East Africa Lodges

After enjoying a long leisurely game drive between herds of wild animals and along miles of Africa's seemingly endless roads, you come over a slight rise and the lodge appears almost immediately below you. Built to blend in with the vastness of its surroundings, Tarangire Sopa Lodge lies hidden among the kopjes, ancient baobab and grasses of the Tarangire National Park; home to the greatest concentration of elephants in Africa. Many can be seen around ...

Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater's entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometre above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.Themed around traditionally circular African houses with conical roofs, and decorated with examples of Africa's rich tapestry of artistic traditions by way of rich woodcarvings and sculptures, the lodge ...

Tassia Lodge captures all elements of the Kenyan bush and is an ideal escape for those searching for a taste of an unspoiled Africa. Tassia Lodge is set in a stunning wilderness area, situated on the 60,000 acre Lekurruki Community Ranch. It gives a spectacular and breathtaking view of the Northern Frontier District towards Samburu, and neighbours Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and Borana.Tassia is perched dramatically on the edge of a rocky bluff, which ...

Set in the heart of the Aberdare National Park, iconic and yes, quirky; The Ark overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, which attracts a host of awesome wildlife. Modelled after Noah's Ark, The Ark has four viewing decks with balconies and lounges to provide superb game viewing from the comfort of the lodge. The animals come to you.The Ark has four viewing areas from which to observe the ever-present animal activity at the waterhole and saltlick. ...

Cormoran Lodge is a new lodge on the shores of Lake Kivu, a beautiful lake of turquoise blue, among the most prestigious in Africa. From the lodge and its rooms you will enjoy breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding islands. The lodge offers cabins and a restaurant built entirely of wood.Accommodation is offered in twin or double rooms, as well as a VIP cabin. All of the rooms offer a high standard of comfort and a breathtaking view of Lake ...

Set in green and tranquil avenues, Karen Country Lodge offers wining and dining in a myriad of ambient settings. Previously a country bungalow which retains its essential character despite a contemporary decor. Tucked away in the heart of Karen with a breathtaking view of the indigenous forest are the chic boutique cottages at Karen Country Lodge. Combining eco-friendly sustainability with modern architecture, the 12 beautifully themed cottages are an ...

Mara Sun Lodge is located at the edge of the Maasai Mara Oloololo Escarpment at the south western edge of the Mara triangle. It is positioned high up on the escarpment, offering stunning panoramic views of the park, stretching as far as the Serengeti and Loita Hills. A road has been constructed through the escarpment directly to the park.Structures are designed in a ?half moon' concept with all rooms and common areas overlooking the park. Mara Sun ...

El Karama Eco Lodge is a family-run lodge located in the heart of Laikipia, on El Karama Ranch, a 14 000 acre cattle ranch with stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife and birds. Guests can enjoy direct views of Mount Kenya, the Aberdares and the Lolldaiga hills. The lodge offers six stone and thatch cottages and canvas bandas, a beautiful central mess area with a large fireplace, a bar and cosy reading areas that overlook the Ewaso Nyiro river and a ...

Soko Soko Lodge is located in the exclusive area of Casuarina, well known for the Marine National Park and Reserve of Malindi. The lodge offers several Villas once used by the historical English residences of the beginning of the century.The Villas are a fusion of Swahili and Mediterranean-style, as well as the furniture especially focused on comfort and design. All the bedrooms are with bathroom, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, living rooms with ...

Distant Relatives Ecolodge and Backpackers is located in the ancient coastal town of Kilifi, on the coast of Kenya, situated midway between Mombasa and Malindi. More specifically it is squeezed between the village of Fumbene, a community-owned forest and the beautiful emerald-blue Kilifi creek.The name ?Distant Relatives' is a nod to the prevalent Kenyan practice of appropriation, but it also accurately sums up the central principle and aim of our ...